Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Tushar Desai, M.D.
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Critical Care Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Palo Alto, CA
- NPI 1114075439
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.5 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
300 Pasteur Dr
Palo Alto, CA 943042203
(650) 723-4000
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 28, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A89935
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1114075439. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
232
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$11,848
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
94729 |
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases | 51 | 51 | $10 | |
94010 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume | 46 | 46 | $9 | |
94060 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration | 33 | 33 | $12 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 32 | 27 | $113 | |
94726 |
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors | 20 | 20 | $14 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 20 | 17 | $166 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 16 | 15 | $76 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 14 | 14 | $149 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Palo Alto Pulmonary Disease Physician, average services per provider: 40. This provider delivers 5.8× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
79
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$323,596
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ofev (Nintedanib Esylate) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $320,953 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 19 | 0 | $269 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $342 |
| Mycophenolate Mofetil | Generic | 12 | 0 | $1,858 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 11 | 0 | $174 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Tushar Desai's medical specialty?
Dr. Tushar Desai practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in Palo Alto, CA.
Where does Dr. Tushar Desai practice?
Dr. Tushar Desai practices at 300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 943042203. Office phone: 6507234000.
What is Dr. Tushar Desai's NPI?
Dr. Tushar Desai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114075439, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tushar Desai accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tushar Desai accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tushar Desai commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases (HCPCS 94729); Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume (HCPCS 94010); Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume changes before and after medication administration (HCPCS 94060). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.